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Fascinated with the world of video gaming? There’s a course for that
Lawrence University's Film Studies 290 course, Introduction to Game Studies, has provided students with a platform to explore their passion for video gaming while delving into the history, culture, and business aspects of the industry. Angela Vanden Elzen, associate professor and reference and learning technologies librarian at Lawrence, highlighted the strong interest students have in video games, stating, “There is a big community of students on campus who are very interested in games, and video games in particular.”The course, which was offered during the Winter Term...
Lawrence University Professor Edmund Kern Discusses Magic, Harry Potter, and Love of History
Lawrence University's Associate Professor of History, Edmund Kern, gained national attention two decades ago for his insights on Harry Potter. Kern, a specialist in early modern European history, has delved into the history of witchcraft and religious culture, leading to the creation of his course on Harry Potter and the publication of his book, "The Wisdom of Harry Potter: What Our Favorite Hero Teaches Us About Moral Choices."Reflecting on his career and teaching philosophy, Kern shared, "I often tell my students that my life has been one characterized by becoming more...